The Power of One More (Aired 01-30-26) From Awkward Networking to Authentic Influence: How Lisa Adams & Carolyn Triplett Build Real Connections

In this episode of The Power of One More, host Julie Duncan welcomes Lisa Adams & Carolyn Triplett, leaders behind The Social Collectives, for a powerful conversation on building relationships that lead to real impact without awkward pitches or forced sales. Together, they explore how networking rooted in service, consistency, and authenticity creates trust, opportunity, and long-term growth. Lisa shares how early uncomfortable networking experiences led her to create inclusive communities where people can show up as they are and still build meaningful connections. Chapters (00:00:00) - Power of One More(00:01:29) - Unlocking the Right Network(00:04:16) - How to Network effectively but not overwhelm yourself(00:05:56) - What's One Small Commitment You Make to Network?(00:07:12) - Why Consistency Matters More Than Making a Big Splash(00:08:28) - The Power of One More(00:09:20) - The Power of One More Step(00:12:43) - How to Avoid Asking for Business Too Soon(00:14:01) - Social Collectives: Where Can You Find Them?(00:15:45) - The Power of One More(00:16:37) - The Power of One More(00:18:43) - How to Identify Which People Are Worth Their Time at a Meeting(00:20:16) - What is the One More Question to Start a Connection?(00:23:03) - The Power of One More(00:24:22) - Carolyn at the Networking(00:25:53) - How to Help a Networker Fall Forward(00:27:20) - Carolyn on Feeling Small and Invisible(00:31:21) - Carol and Lisa talk about the Social Collectives(00:33:14) - One Step at a Time: Networking